Group 1 - The explosion at Baogang Steel Plant occurred on January 18, 2026, at 15:03, resulting in 2 fatalities, 8 missing persons, and 84 injured individuals receiving treatment [2][3] - An emergency response team has been established, consisting of various departments including fire, emergency, public security, health, and market regulation, to conduct search and rescue operations and provide support to affected families [2][3] - A medical rescue leadership group has been formed to coordinate medical resources for the treatment of the 84 injured, with 5 classified as severe cases and the rest suffering from minor injuries [3] Group 2 - The factory has ceased production, and a comprehensive safety inspection is being conducted within a 5-kilometer radius of the explosion site, with no significant impact on surrounding utilities or the environment reported [3] - An accident investigation team has been established to thoroughly investigate the cause and responsibility of the incident, with measures taken against responsible personnel [3] - The local government emphasizes the importance of learning from this incident to enhance safety measures and protect public safety [4]
包头市委市政府：向遇难者表示沉痛哀悼，向家属表示深深歉意
Xin Jing Bao·2026-01-19 03:39